Which Change in Blood PH Would You Expect to Observe

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which change in blood pH would you expect to observe in a hyperventilating patient, and what are those changes called?

• A) a drop in pH, alkalosis
• B) a drop in pH, acidosis
• C) an increase in pH, alkalosis
• D) an increase in pH, acidosis
• E) There will not be any change in blood pH.

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Definitions:

Muscle Strength

The amount of force a muscle can produce, important for physical performance and mobility.

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